US Bridges

US 67/90 over Paisano Creek

Good

Brewster County, Texas · 9.5 MI W of FM 1703 · Structure no. 240220002009158

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,653
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67/90 over Paisano Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 67/90 over Paisano Creek in Brewster County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,653 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,680 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 67/90
CrossesPaisano Creek
Location9.5 MI W of FM 1703
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates30.29101, -103.79599
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,653 (2020)
Projected traffic2,680 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 67/90 over Paisano Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 67/90 over Paisano Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does US 67/90 over Paisano Creek carry?

About 2,653 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 67/90 over Paisano Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 67/90 over Paisano Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.